We are seeking an energetic, hands-on Kitchen Manager to lead our back-of-house operations! In our upcoming entertainment and bowling center, you’ll oversee everything from day-to-day menu execution and staff training to catering for large corporate events and birthday parties. If you love combining culinary excellence with a high-energy, fun atmosphere, this is the role for you.
Responsibilities
- Supervise daily kitchen operations, including food preparation, cooking, and presentation to ensure high standards of quality and consistency
- Manage inventory control by monitoring stock levels, ordering supplies, and minimizing waste to optimize food costs
- Oversee the training and development of kitchen staff, including onboarding new team members and conducting ongoing skills enhancement
- Ensure compliance with food safety regulations and sanitation standards to maintain a safe working environment
- Coordinate shift management by scheduling staff efficiently to meet customer demand during peak hours
- Handle cash transactions accurately using systems and oversee cash handling procedures
- Collaborate with front-of-house teams to ensure seamless service delivery and exceptional customer satisfaction
- Implement food production processes for casual dining, fine dining, catering, or banquet events as needed
- Lead by example in supervising food handling practices and maintaining cleanliness throughout the kitchen area
- Assist in budgeting efforts by controlling labor costs and managing operational expenses effectively
Experience
- 3+ years of kitchen leadership experience in a high-volume setting (restaurants or entertainment venues).
- Extensive culinary experience with strong skills in food preparation, cooking techniques, and food presentation
- Demonstrated supervisory experience supervising kitchen staff or restaurant teams in hospitality settings
- Familiarity with POS systems for order processing and cash handling
- Experience in managing inventory control, food safety protocols, and compliance standards within the food industry
- Background in fine dining or casual dining environments is highly desirable
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to train, motivate, and develop team members effectively
- Knowledge of budgeting principles related to food service management and operational efficiency
- Ability to work a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays
- Current ServSafe Manager certification